La. R.S. § 40:2117.1 - 1. Definitions

• Cite as: La. R.S. § 40:2117.1

As used in this Part, the following definitions shall apply unless the content clearly states otherwise:

(1) "Department" means the Department of Health and Hospitals.

(2) "Dialysis" means a process by which dissolved substances are removed from an individual's body by diffusion, osmosis, and convection (ultrafiltration) from one fluid compartment to another across a semipermeable membrane.

(3) "End stage renal disease" means that stage of renal impairment that appears irreversible and permanent and that requires a regular course of dialysis or kidney transplantation to maintain life.

(4) "End stage renal disease facility" or "ESRD facility" means a facility that provides dialysis treatment or dialysis training to individuals diagnosed with end stage renal disease. For purposes of this Part, "end stage renal disease facility" does not include the following: